MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - Ft Wayne, IN

About the role

RealAmerica has an immediate opening at our apartment communities located in Ft. Wayne, IN. We are looking for a team member that is driven by high expectations and great personal fulfillment. If you want a career with purpose, this is your industry. Successful candidates will take pride in their work and be a team player.

Principal Objective

The principal purpose of this position is to provide quality residential maintenance and customer service so that tenants are assured safe, quality and decent living conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete service requests within a timely manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance as outlined by Property Manager and the Unit Inspection policy.
• Assist Property Managers with inspections when necessary.
• Assist management with any other duty that is requested.
• Pick up any trash seen on properties daily.
• Sweep curbs as requested.
• Assist with snow removal as needed.
• Maintain property curb appeal to include lawn care, curbs, sidewalks, parking lots and open breezeways.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• EPA Designation/Certificate.
• Valid driver's license and reliable private transportation.
• Two years maintenance/repair of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and grounds maintenance in multi-family housing.
• Supervisory and training experience desired.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Math proficiency sufficient to assist in budget preparation, expense monitoring and other maintenance needs.
• Knowledge of Equal Housing Opportunity (EHO) requirements and applicable program regulations.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must furnish own hand tools to perform normal maintenance repairs.
• On call for emergency repairs/maintenance on designated weeks.
• General knowledge in all areas of apartment maintenance including but not limited to: plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting.
• Ability to operate all necessary tools/equipment to perform the essential function of the position.
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties in all types of weather.

Pay

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Wellness Seminars

Schedule

Full Time - 40 Hours Per Week